Entry-Level Audi Q1 Crossover Expected To Arrive In 2020

But don’t bank on it coming to America.

Audi’s already-extensive SUV line-up is set to expand with a new baby crossover positioned below the tiny Q2. According to AutoExpress, Audi is expected to announce a new Q1 crossover as the latest member of the ever-expanding MQB family, slated to arrive before the end of 2020 after the automaker begins its onslaught of coupe-style SUVs starting with the Q8 later this year and the Q4 in 2019. When asked about a potential Q1, Audi sales and marketing boss Bram Schot hinted that it could happen in response to market trends.

“You cannot ignore the SUV trend; the question is how wide and how deep do we make the program with SUVs?” he said. “Depending on the business opportunities, we decide on the future product portfolio. Don’t be surprised if in two or three years you do see the car, as we try to react fast to markets.” While an entry-level Audi Q1 would rival the likes of the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA, don’t bank on it coming to America. Audi’s upcoming subcompact SUV is likely to be based on the new A1 supermini, which has proven popular in Europe but isn’t currently sold in the US, despite the A3 sedan selling well over here.

Slated to arrive later this year, the next-generation A1 will be based on the smallest version of the VW’s MQB platform, which underpins the Polo. In Europe, this means the Q1 will most likely arrive with a variety of gasoline and diesel options including a three-cylinder 1.0-liter turbo, a more powerful 1.5-liter unit, and a 1.6-liter diesel. There could be a hybrid option too, by the time the Q1 rolls out before the end of 2020. Don’t expect Audi’s SUV onslaught to slow down any time soon, either. As well as the Q1, Q4, and Q8, Audi will also be introducing the fully-electric e-tron later this year along with the next-generation Q3, followed by the sleek e-tron Sportback EV in 2019.

Aston Martin DBX Crossover Will Be Built On A Completely New Platform

Aston Martin’s first ever SUV will launch in 2019.

Launched in 2016, the

DB11 marked the first of seven new models

Aston Martin will launch within the next seven years. After that came

the all-new Vantage

, and more recently, the

DBS Superleggera

. The next model launching in 2019, however, will be Aston Martin’s first ever luxury SUV. Currently known as the DBX, it will be built on a completely new platform.

Speaking to Road and Track at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Aston Martin chief engineer Matt Becker confirmed the DBX’s new platform "takes learnings" from the company's other cars, "but there's a lot more suspension technology going to go into [the DBX]." Becker didn’t go into any more detail about the suspension technology, but he did confirm the DBX will feature an active anti-roll system and triple-volume air springs.

Aston Martin has never used this technology before, but the chief engineer said it was necessary for a high-riding and heavy SUV like the DBX. "It's physics at the end of the day and you need additional help to overcome those physics," he said. Other SUVs like the Audi SQ7, Bentley Bentayga, and the Porsche Cayenne, which Becker considers to be the DBX’s main competitors, use the same systems. Like these cars, the DBX won't sacrifice practicality for performance. "Accommodation is a big thing because people, they want the badge, but they want the utility as well," Becker said. "The Cayenne and all the other cars are an example of that."

Little is currently known about the DBX. Aston Martin has confirmed the SUV will use the same extruded and bonded aluminum construction as the company’s sports cars. While 2015's DBX concept featured an electric powertrain, the production SUV will launch with a combustion engine and most likely a hybrid option. Instead, pure EVs are being reserved for Aston Martin’s ultra-luxury Lagonda sub-brand, which is developing a separate SUV that will rival the Rolls-Royce Cullinan in 2021.

After the DBX launches next year, Becker confirmed Aston Martin’s next car will be the company’s mid-engined Ferrari 488 fighter.

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Aston Martin DBX Crossover Hybrid Could Pack 700 HP

An all-electric Aston Martin DBX crossover is no longer part of the plan.

Like other luxury automakers, Aston Martin will soon be adding an SUV to its lineup to meet consumer demands and ensure the company's long-term survival. The British automaker recently confirmed it will launch a fully electric crossover in 2021 under its new Lagonda luxury sub-brand. But don't forget the company is also working on its own SUV, which was previewed back in 2015 by the DBX Concept. Originally, Aston Martin was planning to offer a pure electric powertrain for the DBX.

While EVs are still being developed by the automaker, the DBX is no longer part of that plan. Instead, the production DBX will use conventional gasoline and hybrid powertrains, as confirmed by CEO Andy Palmer via Car and Driver. “We have the capability to do [an EV], but the plan right now is gasoline and hybridization,” he said. “What we originally showed was a DBX concept, and the new platform has indeed been delivered with the capability to have either gasoline or pure electric, but that [EV] technology gets used first on the Lagonda.” The first Lagonda model will reportedly be an all-electric SUV, so offering an Aston Martin-branded SUV alongside it would have likely caused confusion for consumers.

Aston Martin's technical partnership with Daimler means there’s a good chance the DBX’s gasoline and hybrid powertrains will use the same twin-turbocharged AMG V8 that powers the DB11, Vantage, and forthcoming DBS Superleggera. A plug-in hybrid system is expected to add around 200 horsepower to the V8. In the DB11, the V8 engine produces 503 hp, so in theory the DBX PHEV could have a combined output of around 700 hp. There’s no mention if the DBX will be offered with Aston Martin’s 600-hp, twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12, however. Palmer also confirmed that Aston Martin is planning to hybridize the V12 to ensure it meets increasingly tough emissions standards in markets like the US.

“We see a path that enables us to conform with CAFE regulations with its hybridization,” he said. Purists may prefer it to be naturally aspirated, but “a 12-cylinder is a 12-cylinder,” Palmer notes, adding that the V12 is the “beating heart of the company”.

Wagon Vs. Crossover – What Is The Best Option For You?

Can the modern crossover really compete on space and value compared to the good old wagon?

In the strictest sense of the word, a crossover is built using a car based platform while an SUV uses a truck chassis. While this is not always adhered to, in general smaller high-riding off-road capable vehicles tend to be crossovers while the big Ford Expeditions and Chevy Tahoes of this world are most definitely SUVs. These smaller crossovers have become massively popular of late and we took a closer look to unearth whether they indeed are the better option to the once ubiquitous wagon.

The Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen is a solid entry-level wagonequipped with a capable 170-hp 1.8-liter engine and enough space for a familyof four and their luggage. You get an impressive 66.5 cubic feet of load spacewith the rear seats folded flat. At a starting price of $21,995 you willstruggle to find more space for the price.

VW has another wagon called the Alltrack that adds VW’s 4MOTION AWD system and raises the ride-height a bit. It comes in at $25,995 before options and does anything that a crossover can do only a little bit closer to the ground. The AWD system will actually get you further than most base crossovers as those tend to be FWD.

VW refers to the Tiguan as a compact SUV but it is clearly a crossover. Costing the same as the Sportwagen it seems like a bargain. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four is also a tad more powerful at 200 hp but the fuel economy suffers as a result and the heavier body shell means that performance is no better. You will have to pay extra for AWD but even with it equipped it undercuts the Alltrack. The real cost of going with the Tiguan Limited is the reduced cargo area and the fact that it is the old model which means that safety and available tech will be far from class-leading.

But wait, the new Tiguan offers all of the latest safety and tech. Surprisingly though its 2.0-liter turbo motor makes 184-hp instead of the older cars 200 but economy and torque are better. It can also be loaded with 73.5 cubic feet of your stuff with the seats folded. All good news then, even the price is reasonable at $24,595. Less than the Alltrack but it is worth noting that if you go for the top SEL Premium AWD model your wallet will be $37,550 lighter. Stick to the base model and it may well be the best option from our choices.

The A4 is a solid sedan trading blows withBMW and Mercedes in terms of performance and technology. While Audi’s fastwagon reputation is firmly entrenched in Europe we are offered a single wagonin the form of the A4 allroad. It offers an adjustable ride-height, 53 cubicfeet of load space, AWD and comes packed with all the kit you would expect fromthis premium brand. $44,500 is not exactly cheap, but this car is equally athome on and off the road.

The Q5 is all-new for 2018 and it offers the absolute latest in technology. Its 252-hp turbo motor is shared with the A4 allroad and is strong and frugal but performance and economy figures are slightly down thanks to the extra weight. It does offer slightly more cargo capacity at 54.7 cubic feet. At $41,500 for the Premium trim it is $3,000 cheaper though and with not much of a difference in specifications to justify it, the Q5 takes another victory for the crossover.

Right then, surely the venerableMercedes-Benz wagon can claw back some points. In E-Class trim you get thesensible E400 4Matic ,which at $63,050 comes packed with the prerequisite techto justify its price tag. You get 64 cubic feet of space behind the front seats,handy for when you need to move house. The 329-hp twin-turbo is quite nice too.

The GLE 350 SUV (although in the strictest sense it is car based so it is a crossover) comes in at a reasonable sounding $52,200. That’s a big saving over the wagon and at 80.3 cubic feet of rear-seat folded cargo capacity, it is more spacious too. You get a slightly anemic 305-hp 3.5-liter V6 though, which struggles to lug the heavy GLE around and uses more fuel than the wagon too. You will need the big-boy 385-hp GLE 43 for some proper performance, but then the price shoots up to $67,750 and the fuel economy is not so great either. So, a win for the E-Class Wagon. Finally.

‘But what about the GLC 43?’ I hear you say. Its 362-hp twin-turbo motor makes it even quicker than the E400 and it uses hardly any more fuel while going about its business. At $56,250 it also costs a fair bit less than the wagon, but aside from more rear legroom, the E-Class is bigger inside and isn’t that what a crossover / SUV / wagon is all about? On that note, the 56.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity also trails the E400.

Volvo has raised its interior design game to a level that has left the rest of the field choking on its Scandinavian style. The efficient engines and class-leading safety systems just rub salt into the wounds; the brand new V60 is a perfect example of the breed. 306-hp, AWD and lots of tech are on offer. What has fallen by the wayside is the load-lugging boxy old wagon shape, replaced by a rear hatch that cuts into the cargo space giving a total of just 43.8 cubic feet. The outgoing model started at $38,000 so expect the new V60 to add a few digits to that figure.

The XC60 is also a very recent addition to the range and in the US it can be had with a range of engine options. The base 250-hp T5 starts off at $41,500 which should be similar to the new V60’s pricing. It too suffers a bit in the cargo-carrying stakes thanks to the tapered tail but you can still load 63.3 cubic feet of goodies in the back. Less than a VW Sportwagen but more than a V60, so the crossover wins this battle too.

In the final reckoning, the popularity of the crossover seems well-deserved. For a small sacrifice in fuel economy and performance you get the benefit of a higher driving position, more cargo carrying capacity than an equivalent model in the range, and as we have found, you are not always penalized on the pricing either. Now if driving dynamics were taken into consideration perhaps the outcome would have turned out differently.

Wagon Vs. Crossover – What Is The Best Option For You?

Can the modern crossover really compete on space and value compared to the good old wagon?

In the strictest sense of the word, a crossover is built using a car based platform while an SUV uses a truck chassis. While this is not always adhered to, in general smaller high-riding off-road capable vehicles tend to be crossovers while the big Ford Expeditions and Chevy Tahoes of this world are most definitely SUVs. These smaller crossovers have become massively popular of late and we took a closer look to unearth whether they indeed are the better option to the once ubiquitous wagon.

The Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen is a solid entry-level wagonequipped with a capable 170-hp 1.8-liter engine and enough space for a familyof four and their luggage. You get an impressive 66.5 cubic feet of load spacewith the rear seats folded flat. At a starting price of $21,995 you willstruggle to find more space for the price.

VW has another wagon called the Alltrack that adds VW’s 4MOTION AWD system and raises the ride-height a bit. It comes in at $25,995 before options and does anything that a crossover can do only a little bit closer to the ground. The AWD system will actually get you further than most base crossovers as those tend to be FWD.

VW refers to the Tiguan as a compact SUV but it is clearly a crossover. Costing the same as the Sportwagen it seems like a bargain. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four is also a tad more powerful at 200 hp but the fuel economy suffers as a result and the heavier body shell means that performance is no better. You will have to pay extra for AWD but even with it equipped it undercuts the Alltrack. The real cost of going with the Tiguan Limited is the reduced cargo area and the fact that it is the old model which means that safety and available tech will be far from class-leading.

But wait, the new Tiguan offers all of the latest safety and tech. Surprisingly though its 2.0-liter turbo motor makes 184-hp instead of the older cars 200 but economy and torque are better. It can also be loaded with 73.5 cubic feet of your stuff with the seats folded. All good news then, even the price is reasonable at $24,595. Less than the Alltrack but it is worth noting that if you go for the top SEL Premium AWD model your wallet will be $37,550 lighter. Stick to the base model and it may well be the best option from our choices.

The A4 is a solid sedan trading blows withBMW and Mercedes in terms of performance and technology. While Audi’s fastwagon reputation is firmly entrenched in Europe we are offered a single wagonin the form of the A4 allroad. It offers an adjustable ride-height, 53 cubicfeet of load space, AWD and comes packed with all the kit you would expect fromthis premium brand. $44,500 is not exactly cheap, but this car is equally athome on and off the road.

The Q5 is all-new for 2018 and it offers the absolute latest in technology. Its 252-hp turbo motor is shared with the A4 allroad and is strong and frugal but performance and economy figures are slightly down thanks to the extra weight. It does offer slightly more cargo capacity at 54.7 cubic feet. At $41,500 for the Premium trim it is $3,000 cheaper though and with not much of a difference in specifications to justify it, the Q5 takes another victory for the crossover.

Right then, surely the venerableMercedes-Benz wagon can claw back some points. In E-Class trim you get thesensible E400 4Matic ,which at $63,050 comes packed with the prerequisite techto justify its price tag. You get 64 cubic feet of space behind the front seats,handy for when you need to move house. The 329-hp twin-turbo is quite nice too.

The GLE 350 SUV (although in the strictest sense it is car based so it is a crossover) comes in at a reasonable sounding $52,200. That’s a big saving over the wagon and at 80.3 cubic feet of rear-seat folded cargo capacity, it is more spacious too. You get a slightly anemic 305-hp 3.5-liter V6 though, which struggles to lug the heavy GLE around and uses more fuel than the wagon too. You will need the big-boy 385-hp GLE 43 for some proper performance, but then the price shoots up to $67,750 and the fuel economy is not so great either. So, a win for the E-Class Wagon. Finally.

‘But what about the GLC 43?’ I hear you say. Its 362-hp twin-turbo motor makes it even quicker than the E400 and it uses hardly any more fuel while going about its business. At $56,250 it also costs a fair bit less than the wagon, but aside from more rear legroom, the E-Class is bigger inside and isn’t that what a crossover / SUV / wagon is all about? On that note, the 56.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity also trails the E400.

Volvo has raised its interior design game to a level that has left the rest of the field choking on its Scandinavian style. The efficient engines and class-leading safety systems just rub salt into the wounds; the brand new V60 is a perfect example of the breed. 306-hp, AWD and lots of tech are on offer. What has fallen by the wayside is the load-lugging boxy old wagon shape, replaced by a rear hatch that cuts into the cargo space giving a total of just 43.8 cubic feet. The outgoing model started at $38,000 so expect the new V60 to add a few digits to that figure.

The XC60 is also a very recent addition to the range and in the US it can be had with a range of engine options. The base 250-hp T5 starts off at $41,500 which should be similar to the new V60’s pricing. It too suffers a bit in the cargo-carrying stakes thanks to the tapered tail but you can still load 63.3 cubic feet of goodies in the back. Less than a VW Sportwagen but more than a V60, so the crossover wins this battle too.

In the final reckoning, the popularity of the crossover seems well-deserved. For a small sacrifice in fuel economy and performance you get the benefit of a higher driving position, more cargo carrying capacity than an equivalent model in the range, and as we have found, you are not always penalized on the pricing either. Now if driving dynamics were taken into consideration perhaps the outcome would have turned out differently.

2017 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA)Technical Service Bulletin # 901014 Date: 100810

Electrical - Cigarette Lighter Won't Heat Up
90 12-volt accessory outlet will not heat
90 10 14
2010353/4
August 10,2010
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 08-21 dated December 10, 2008 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
CONDITION
Cigarette lighter element will not lock in lighter socket -U1- for heating process.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
Retaining tabs (2) in the lighter socket are pushed too far out of the socket to hold the lighter element in place for the heating process. Generally, this
is caused by using the lighter socket as a power outlet for accessories such as cell phone chargers, radar detectors, etc.
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
Not applicable.
2010 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA) Page 242
SERVICE

1. Remove cigarette lighter fuse.


2. Remove lighter element.


3. Using a flat blade screwdriver, bend retaining tabs (Figure 1, arrow) inward.


4. Install lighter element and fuse.


5. Test operation several times to ensure lighter pops out and functions normally.

WARRANTY
This damage is due to outside influence and is not covered by any Audi warranty.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service
manuals for the latest information.

2017 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA)Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Lighting - LED Daytime Running Lamp Diagnostic Tips
94 LED Daytime Running Light Diagnosis Tips
94 12 96
2027773/3
November 1, 2012.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-69 dated March 15, 2012 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
Condition
Part or all of the daytime running lights do not work on vehicles with LED DRLs.
For vehicles with halogen DRLs, please reference TSB 2017488, 94 Halogen Daytime running lights do not work.
Technical Background
In the past, the daytime running light bulbs were a serviceable part. In this application, the LED strip cannot be replaced, and may have an associated
control module. This TSB is for servicing information only.
Production Solution
Not Applicable.
Service

1. If a DTC is listed in J519 related to daytime running lights, follow the respective test plan before proceeding with this bulletin.


2. If both front DRLs are inoperative, verify the DRLs are turned on via the vehicle system option:

^ A3, TT, R8:
The daytime running lights are automatically switched on when the headlight switch is set to AUTO. If the headlight switch is set to OFF,
2010 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA) Page 2
the DRLs will be off. This functionality cannot be changed.
^ A4 (8K), A5, A6, A7, A8, Audi Q7:
In vehicles with MMI, the daytime running lights are switched on via the menu option Exterior light control or Exterior Lighting.
See also the owner's manual of the respective vehicle types.
3. If one or several LEDs are not illuminated (Figure 1), the affected headlight assembly must be replaced. The LED light strip is not a
serviceable item.
Tip: Only the headlight assembly needs to be replaced. Any headlight control modules can be reused.
4. If all DRL LEDs in one headlight assembly are inoperative, there are typically two possible causes:
^ LED circuit board.
^ DRL control unit, located inside the headlight assembly.
Tip: For 2009 - 2010 Audi Q5 vehicles, please follow TSB 2020780, 94 One or more Daytime Running Light LEDs in one headlight
assembly are inoperative.
A3, A5 (2008-2012), and TT vehicles do not have serviceable DRL control units, as these modules are integrated into the headlight. On these
vehicles, the entire headlight assembly must be replaced.
For other vehicles, in order to verify the root cause, swap the DRL control units between the two headlights.
^ If the problem is no longer present, leave the control units on the currently installed side, and release the vehicle. Manufacturing
differences between components can sometimes lead to concerns that can be remedied simply by exchanging right and left control
modules.
^ If the problem follows the suspect DRL control unit, replace the DRL control unit.
^ If the problem does not follow and remains on the original side, verify all headlight connections, and replace the headlight with the
inoperative LED.
Warranty
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service
manuals for the latest information.
More diagnostic assistance on this system can be found in the following resources:
^ All Models: TSB 2023322, 94 Different color shades in LED daytime running lights
^ 2010 - 2011 Audi Q7: TSB 2022410, 94 Right daytime running light is inoperative in Coming Home mode (DTC 02746/007)
^ 2009 - 2010 A6: TSB 2023287, 94 LED daytime driving light inoperative on one side
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Forget SUVs: Here Are 5 Crossover Wagons You Should Buy Instead

The perfect blend of SUV and wagon.

The world’s gone SUV mad. The era of the family van is almost dead and gone, as manufacturers move to change their product lineups to focus more on high riding crossovers and SUVs. Ford is just the latest brand of many to announce a paring back on other models to focus on SUVs, but it certainly won’t be the last. While there’s much to be enjoyed about an SUV – the high ride height, copious amounts of cargo volume, and of course the domineering feeling of being taller, wider, and bigger than the next guy there are also many downsides to SUVs.

In a world where spaceis fast becoming a premium asset, SUVs are large and cumbersomepropositions. With an array of newtechnology to monitor parking distances from every angle, blind spots, theworks, we’re covering up most of the issues. But in the process we’re becomingreliant on the tech itself and not on our driving ability.The driving dynamicsof an SUV, will never match those of a regular car. The high ride height comes with more bodyroll, less body control, and ultimately lower levels of grip. We overcome this with expensive, tricksuspension and big tires, which increase maintenance costs and still can’tovercome the laws of physics.

The larger tires and overall size also negatively affect the fuel consumption and economy of vehicles that are increasingly seen to be daily drivers rather than weekend luxuries. Ultimately though, an SUV will never offer the same handling, rollover prevention, and efficiency as a sedan counterpart might. Of course, there arearguments for the SUV – chief of which is the practicality and the raised rideheight. The latter is a particularconcern in a day and age where road surfaces aren’t maintained in the way theyshould be. But what if we told you therewas a way to circumvent the SUV madness; a way to reap all the benefits an SUVhas to offer, but without compromising on the efficiency and vast handlingbenefits offered by a regular car?

There’s a not so wellkept secret among automotive enthusiasts that sedans are great, sports cars arebetter, but the best type of car you can get is a wagon. Station wagons in general offer the perfectmeans of transporting a family with room to spare for all the luggage requirementsyou might have. In almost every singleway, they’re as practical as their favored SUV brethren. But within the station wagon universe, liftedversions exist with the pure intention of providing buyers with an alternativeto the SUV – one just as practical, with just as many benefits, and fewercompromises.

Crossover wagons arefairly few and far between, but as an alternative to the SUV fad, they justcan’t be beaten. They offer comparablespace inside, a smaller footprint outside, and handling dynamics that are morecar-like than SUV-like – what’s not to like? Forget about buying an SUV, here are five crossover wagons youshould buy instead…

Audi A4 Allroad Audi has been building stylish Avants for what seems like an eternity, pioneering the crossover wagon segment with the 1999 Audi A6allroad quattro. Car-like drivingdynamics meet gorgeous proportions and ample capability in the latest allroad quattromodel: the B9 Audi A4 Avant. Featuring quattro permanent all-wheel drive, a 252-hp 2.0-liter motor, raised suspension with adaptive damping, underbody protection, and Audi’s Drive Select with tailored off-road drive modes, the A4 allroad quattro perfectly bridges the gap between station wagon and SUV. And with up to 58.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, the A4 allroad is more practical than a Mercedes-Benz GLC.

Volvo V60 Cross Country If any brand is as famous as Audi for station wagons, it must be Volvo. The Swedish brand has a penchant for making great looking wagons, and is even famed for racing them in European touring car championships in the 1990s. The V60 Cross Country may be based off an aging V60 model line-up, but it still provides superb car-like handling dynamics, high levels of specification, and great styling. All-wheel drive comes standard with the 240-hp 2.0-liter engine, and though the V60 CC might be down a little on cargo volume compared to some, its 43.8 cube maximum is still more than enough for the whole family, including the dogs.

Subaru Outback With a nameplate that you can trace back to 1994, the Subaru Outback is one of the oldest crossover station wagons in the game. Famed Japanese reliability meets Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel drive and boxer engine combination for one of the most well rounded crossover wagons you’ll find on sale. Though we don’t get the brilliant diesel variant in the USA, the 3.6-liter model offers 256 hp and 247 lb-ft, which pairs with a continuously variable transmission for efficient economy, and ultra smooth towing capabilities. With one of the most well sorted suspensions of any vehicle on the market – the Outback is truly the crossover wagon for any road you come across.

Buick Regal TourX Despite its young age, the Buick Regal TourX deserves to beon this list more than almost any other wagon. All-wheel drive with a torque vectoring rear differential pairs with aclever 8-speed automatic gearbox to give the TourX traction and control on anysurface. A 250-hp turbo engine gives youall the performance you need, while the extra 0.6-inches of ground clearanceand underbody cladding gives it that go anywhere appeal. The maximum cargo volume of 73.5 cubic feetis simply mammoth – offering nearly as much as a BMW X5. Also, have you looked at the TourX? It’s arguably the most stylish family cararound.

Volvo V90 Cross Country Last on our list is the latest offering from Volvo – the V90 Cross Country. Based on the V90 wagon and built on Volvo’s latest Scalable Platform Architecture (SPA), the V90 Cross Country features all-wheel drive and suspension bits borrowed from the XC90 SUV. With dedicated off-road modes, hill descent control, all-terrain tires, and 8.4 inches of ground clearance, the Volvo V90 Cross Country is ready for anything. Two engine options give buyers extra choice, with the T6 offering impressive performance paired with Drive-E efficiency.

53.9 cubic feet of cargo volume is impressive – and if none of that has you sold, just stare at it and you’ll fall in love immediately. With car-like dynamics, gorgeous proportions, and SUV capability, this is one of the most complete crossover wagons ever built.

Honorable Mention: Mercedes E400 4x4 Squared So we cheated a little – here’s a bonus sixth one on the list. The Mercedes-Benz E400 4x4 Squared is the product of Mercedes engineers going rogue, taking an E400 All Terrain (not on sale in the US) and swapping out the suspension for full on portal axles like you’d find on the insane G500 4x42. With more ground clearance than an H1 Hummer, a twin turbo V6, and Mad Max styling, how could we not include it? It’s not in production, but if it were you'd definitely want one.